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Grace Living is a very good facility. My husband was in one of their private Senior Living homes. The staff were very friendly and helpful. The other residents were very happy also.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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They are slowly improving the facilities but are slow to fully staff the building. They are really working hard to make things better.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Lotus Village, our senior living community located in the heart of Cumming, is known for being warm, inviting, and active. We develop individual care plans to meet the needs of each resident, and a full-time nursing staff is available 24 hours a day to provide clinical oversight and coordination...
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So we initially went to Golden Rose and was difficult to figure out where is the entrance. My friend who is having difficulty walking and requires a cane is not handicapped assessable. We did not tour the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Golden Rose is located in gorgeous Redding, California and is a secure community designed for senior citizens. Seniors can enjoy and relax in our community making use of the many amenities that we have available to them. We have a fun and interactive fitness center available as well as a personal...
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I visit my mom plenty of times and I want to take the time out to say the Business Office Manager [Name Removed ] is the Absolute Best Person Addington Johns Creek has working there. Her heart is so...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Welcome to Addington Place of Johns Creek! A beautiful community of warmth decorated with fine furnishings, stunning artwork and more often than not the scent of something delicious baking in the kitchen. A place where independence thrives but help is just a call away.Addington Place is centrally...
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To an outsider, it looked ideal. Our loved one wasn't as happy as we wanted her to be, so we looked at another place and she seemed to like it more. So we left after 6 months or so. My advice is to Jump into...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
If you or your loved one are looking for assisted living or memory care services in Alpharetta, GA, our community will meet their needs and more. Set against a charming Southern backdrop with greenery, walking paths and gardening beds, Legacy Ridge at Alpharetta provides a scenic and enriching...
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What we like the most about the community is the friendliness of the staff...improve on the consistency of the food. Yes, we would recommend Benton House to other families based on the experience.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Call or drop by to see what makes Benton House of Sugar Hill the most desired in the area.Exceptional quality takes exceptional people. Our team is consistently the number one reason families choose our community.Assisted Living, Memory Care, Adult Day, Respite, Caregiver Support. Wherever you...
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Overall experience is good. Staff, cleanliness, and apartment size are great. Food is fair. There is accessibility to on site physician, dentist, optometrist, podiatrist , physical therapy is excellent. I...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Southern hospitality at its finest! Located North West of Atlanta, Legacy Ridge of Brookstone is close to many amenities. Our residents enjoy an active lifestyle with peace of mind that comes from knowing that assistance is always available should they need it.
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The atmosphere has a home feel. The facility has always been clean each time I have popped in to visit my mom. Everyone of the staff members that I have encountered have been very friendly, and are there to...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Northstar Place is located in Kennesaw, Georgia, just two miles south of Lake Acworth. Our community is in a beautiful wooded setting and resident rooms have views of the trees or of our flower filled courtyard. We have large outdoor spaces where residents can enjoy sitting in the sun with...
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Excellent staff and activities. I would recommend to others. [removed] was sold to The Overlook in [date removed]. Much improvement.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Offering Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care, Heartis Suwanee provides the support you need to remain living as independently as possible, plus everything you want to continue to lead a full, active, and enjoyable life. It’s the perfect balance of 24-hour support and an engaging...
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The exercise facility and therapy are first class. The residents we met were up beat and very much engaged in the notion of "Keep it moving!" When you walk into other facilities, you are greeted by seemingly...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Atria Senior Living is proud to offer exceptional independent living, assisted living and supportive living communities in Georgia. Atria North Point provides gracious senior living in the Metro Atlanta area. When searching for a retirement living community or senior apartment to call home, visit...
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Photo of Cedarhurst of Canton
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The staff is wonderful. They all love [name removed]. I would most definitely recommend them to others who are searching for a place for their loved one.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Relish in the rich history of Canton when taking up residence at Cedarhurst of Canton. Nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, our Assisted Living and Memory Care community in Canton boasts a modern mountain lodge feel with custom decor, a private lake stocked with fish and easy...
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The food is very good, attendants are very cordial, premises are kept nicely. Very good activities. Only negative thing is sometimes response time is slow. Any problems are easily resolved with upper...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Arbor Terrace of Johns Creek provides the highest quality of geriatric care and assisted living in the Suwanee, Georgia area, including innovative memory care designed specifically for those affected by Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. Every resident receives unique and personalized care...
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Very happy with the facility. My Mom loves the food and has made friends. In-house prescription service is extremely expensive. Other than that very reasonably priced.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Southern Oaks Assisted Living is an assisted living community located in the great city of Chattanooga, TN. This assisted living community offers a safe home to those who are in need of daily assistance, and it provides those individuals with a home in a city that is full of entertainment...
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Our loved one does not participate in the activities and the overall value for cost is pricey. However, what we like the most about Brookdale Rome: 1. Close Proximity to where we live making it easier for...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Live your best life every day.Imagine waking up and enjoying a cup of coffee on the covered patio overlooking a protected wetland area next to our community, before deciding between a fitness class or walk along our scenic pathways.  If you’re looking for fun and freedom in senior living,...
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Photo of The Phoenix at Lake Lanier
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My mom (and seems like everyone else) are dissatisfied with the food. That would prob be main complaint. I'm sure they have to keep things bland for specialized diets but it would be nice to maybe have a...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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They evaluated him as soon as he arrived to determine his needs. They met with my husband and myself and communicated with us consistently. They were able to meet his needs at level three which was a huge...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Step into a Sunrise Senior Living community and you can't help but feel at home. At Sunrise of Johns Creek,we stop at nothing to make your experience warm and inviting, from our homelike exterior architecture to our comfortable community areas and choice of suites to our exceptional outdoor...
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Photo of Inspired Living at Alpharetta
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Several shoes have been lost. I replaced some over the holidays and they are now missing again. It's costly to have to keep replacing them. It would be nice to have email or some form of communication with...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Inspired Living at Alpharetta is a vibrant and innovative community that offers assisted living and memory care options. Whether you or your loved one needs a little assistance or requires personalized memory care, you can be assured that we will provide a lifestyle that brings comfort, safety,...
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Three great hot meals every day with friendly and helpful staff. The residents are exceptionally friendly. A very high percentage of the residents are active and participate in a wide variety games and...
Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
At Vickery Rose Retirement Community, we offer a variety of community features. Residents can enjoy regular off-site adventures and excursions. Cats and dogs are allowed in private quarters. Our property is conveniently located near accessible public transportation. We offer free wi-fi and high...
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Yes! They've done SOME things to update facilities, but overall, the public areas of the building, and especially the interior gardens & patios are VERY dilapidated & get NO MAINTENANCE. Not a flower to be...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
We are continuing to admit new Residents, where possible and appropriate, and look forward to continuing to serve area seniors and their families. Ask about our lifetime veterans saving program and other special offers!
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Stefanie was very thorough and helpful every step of the way. Brenda at the front desk and Alan over maintenance are both amazing and very nice. Anything that came up was immediately addressed and resolved....
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
When you’re here, you’re home.If you’re looking for the care you need when you need it all on one campus with a personal care home and Alzheimer’s and dementia care, our senior living community in Canton, Georgia, could be the right fit for you. Live well and age well with while you build new...
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love the cottage and the other residents, but the food is horrible!! I did my due diligence and checked their website before signing the contract and it represented that they served balanced and nutritious...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Live life to the fullest in South Lee Buford. Select your apartment or cottage and make it your own. Each apartment has abundant natural light, space and kitchenettes. Cottages feature full-kitchens with up-to-date appliances. Sit on the porch of your cottage and connect with neighbors around the...
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What we like the most about the community is the cleanliness, the friendliness of the staff, the warm and inviting atmosphere. Yes, I would recommend Sanford Estates to other families.
Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
* Located in beautiful Roswell, Georgia - one of the safest cities in the state, only a few minutes from Downtown Atlanta* Opened in December, 2016* Part of Hawthorn Retirement Group, offering over 45 years of experience providing gracious retirement living environments for seniors* Residents...
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The lady who runs the place by the name of Savannah is wonderful. I was able to find a very large apartment for my grandparents. Everyone is very kind there and my grandparents really like the food so far....
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
All the Comforts of HomeIs there anything more frustrating than canceling on your friends because the sink is leaking or declining a social invitation because the laundry is piling up? When you decide to move into our assisted living community, you never have to worry about missing out on fun...
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It has been a good transition and we have been very happy with the care thus far. Somethings we like most about the community is their communication and clinical care and yes we would recommend Historic...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Historic Roswell Place offers a beautiful assisted living and memory care community for seniors in the Roswell, GA area.With a warm and welcoming environment, our intimate setting provides a relaxing retreat filled with historic charm and southern hospitality.Our residents become friends quickly,...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Villas at Canterfield is a senior living community located in a quiet, upscale and unique neighborhood in Cumming, Georgia which is in Forsyth County. It was planned for convenience and offers a luxury home atmosphere with a world class standard of living. The community has spacious,...
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Cost of independent living in East Ellijay, GA

The average cost of senior living in East Ellijay is $3,942 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Tunnel Hill, GA with an average of $3,019 per month.

Independent living costs in East Ellijay, GA, vs. nearby cities

East Ellijay, GA
$3,942/mo
$3,951/mo

Independent living costs in East Ellijay, GA, vs. state and national averages

East Ellijay, GA
$3,942/mo
$4,250/mo
U.S. national average
$4,022/mo

Independent living costs in East Ellijay, GA, vs. other senior living options

$4,314/mo
Independent Living
$3,942/mo

Independent living costs in East Ellijay, GA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,000/mo
Studio
$3,375/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,992/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,051/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,827/mo

Senior living costs in East Ellijay vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: East Ellijay, GA
Column state: Georgia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeEast Ellijay, GAGeorgiaU.S.
Independent Living$3,942/mo$4,250/mo$4,022/mo
Assisted Living$4,034/mo$3,592/mo$4,564/mo
Memory Care$4,314/mo$4,095/mo$4,801/mo
Independent Living
East Ellijay, GA:$3,942/mo
Georgia:$4,250/mo
U.S.:$4,022/mo
Assisted Living
East Ellijay, GA:$4,034/mo
Georgia:$3,592/mo
U.S.:$4,564/mo
Memory Care
East Ellijay, GA:$4,314/mo
Georgia:$4,095/mo
U.S.:$4,801/mo
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Independent living costs in East Ellijay, GA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in East Ellijay and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Independent living cost trends in East Ellijay, GA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in East Ellijay have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
East Ellijay, GA$3,597/mo$3,618/mo-0.6%
Georgia$3,067/mo$3,106/mo-1.3%
National$3,256/mo$3,166/mo+2.8%
East Ellijay, GA
2024 average cost:$3,597/mo
2023 average cost:$3,618/mo
Percent change:-0.6%
Georgia
2024 average cost:$3,067/mo
2023 average cost:$3,106/mo
Percent change:-1.3%
National
2024 average cost:$3,256/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+2.8%
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What families are saying about independent living in East Ellijay

Recent reviews for independent living in East Ellijay

Cumming Senior Living

5.0
We moved our dad here in January of this year. I have been so happy with the quality of care and cleanliness. All of the other families of the residents that I’ve met are all so kind. The food is excellent as well! I highly recommend Cumming Nursing Center for your loved one.

The Phoenix at Roswell

5.0
My husband has been at Pacifica about a month. He has Parkinson's Dementia. This includes a major change in personality making it impossible for me to keep him at home. He can turn from a sweet helpful man to a raging angry man in a matter of seconds. Sometimes, even I don't see the transition ...
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Highlands Senior Living Cartersville

5.0
The staff is really great!! Most of them have cared for a family member with dementia so they are compassionate for what they do. Very knowledgeable and able to help navigate the resident and family members. Great facility!Love the staff! I spoke to residents and family and all say staff is ...
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East Ellijay independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in East Ellijay independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in East Ellijay, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in East Ellijay independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of East Ellijay partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
East Ellijay, GANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
21%
20.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
52.3%
34%
No sugar
No sugar
48.6%
31.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
41.6%
33.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
15%
7.8%
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Availability of select dining options in East Ellijay independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of East Ellijay communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
East Ellijay, GANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
45.8%
36.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
57.9%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
45.8%
36.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20.6%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in East Ellijay independent living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered independent living communities in East Ellijay offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
East Ellijay, GANational
Activity director
Activity director
59.8%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
43%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37.4%
32.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
65%
49.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
61.7%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
68.7%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
55.6%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
46.3%
37.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50.9%
41.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
59.3%
47.4%
Live performances
Live performances
57.9%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
40.7%
32.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27.6%
39.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
59.8%
46.9%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Oaks at Ellijay, The Phoenix at Milton and Park at Johns Creek are the top-rated independent living facilities near East Ellijay, Georgia. See full list of communities.
There are 259 independent living facilities near East Ellijay, Georgia. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in East Ellijay, Georgia are The Fountains of Calhoun, Ashwood Meadows and The Mansions of Alpharetta Assisted Living and Memory Support. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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